OLD LYME — On Wednesday, July 13, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Senegalese dancer Abdou Sarr will give a dance performance at the Old Lyme PGN Library. Sarr is well known for his incredible Sabar and Djembe dances.
His infectious smile and incredible dancing bring high energy to his dance routine and also encourage children of all ages to participate.
This event is free.
Registration is appreciated but not required.
OLD LYME — Ever wonder what you should be looking for when you take a photo?
Tomorrow, Wednesday, July 13, at 6:30 p.m., the Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library in Old Lyme hosts a free, informative conversation with Estuary magazine’s Creative Director Chris Zajac and Publisher Dick Shriver. Together they will share how they choose which photos are used in their publication.
Registration is appreciated at OldLymeLibrary.org but walk-ins are welcome too. For more information, call 860-434-1684, ext. 121.
The Library is located at 2 Library Ln. in Old Lyme.
OLD LYME — Tonight, the Corvettes Doo Wop Revue will perform outdoors in the Lymes’ Senior Center field, 26 Town Woods Road in Old Lyme, starting at 7 p.m. The concert is part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series.
The Corvettes perform the toe-tapping music of the Doo Wop era with a fresh new energy.
All ages are welcome to come and enjoy this free musical performance.
Free ice cream will be served at 6:30 p.m. before the concert.
Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes!
For more information, call 860-434-4127 or email [email protected].
BINGO: June 22 through August 31, Wednesdays. The doors open at 6:00 pm and game starts at 7 pm. The $17 admission charge includes 20 games, 17 regular games and 3 specials with bigger prizes. Join us for a fun evening and win some money!
For info, call Bob 860-434-3745 or 860-225-9458.
Sponsored by Sound View Beach Association, Inc.
The Cartells Band, as part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series, will perform outdoors in the Lymes’ Senior Center field, 26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at 7:00pm. This 5-person band will be packing the dance floor! Playing Jazz, Swing, Motown, R&B and Rock n Roll!
All are welcome to join us for this free musical performance Bring your lawn chairs.
Don’t feel like cooking before the concert, the Lions Club will have a cookout at 6pm. Hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, drinks, and chips will be available for purchase on the Lymes’ Senior Center grounds. Proceeds go to the Lions Club Scholarship Fund.
Call 860-434-4127 or email [email protected] for more information.
BINGO: June 22 through August 31, Wednesdays. The doors open at 6:00 pm and game starts at 7 pm. The $17 admission charge includes 20 games, 17 regular games and 3 specials with bigger prizes. Join us for a fun evening and win some money! For info, call Bob 860-434-3745 or 860-225-9458. Sponsored by Sound View Beach Association, Inc.
Rock Solid Alibi Band, as part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series, will perform outdoors in the Lymes’ Senior Center field, 26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at 7:00pm. Rock Solid Alibi plays primo cuts from The Allman Brothers, The Cars, Eric Clapton, ZZ Top, Joe Jackson, John Cougar Mellencamp to name just a few.
All ages are welcome to join us for this free musical performance.
Free Ice Cream will be served at 6:30pm before the concert.
Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes!
Call 860-434-4127 or email [email protected] for more information.
All are welcome. There is no charge for admission and no registration required.
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Regular Board of Education Meeting
August 3, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the Board of Education Conference Room at Center School
LIVE STREAM OF MEETING: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF2_W7yYtFwx067Ici9776Q/live
I. Call to Order
II. Approval of Minutes
- Regular Meeting and Executive Session of June 1, 2022
- Special Meeting and Executive Session of June 15, 2022
III. Visitors
- Public Comment
While in person public comment is still acceptable, those wishing to make public comment virtually may use the following Zoom link: https://region18.zoom.sus/j/87635839590; Meeting ID: 876 3583 9590; +16465588656,,83527766795# US (New York). Those choosing this option will be required to follow the same expectations for those making public comment in person. After being recognized by the chairperson, participants must state their name and place of residence before making their comments to the Board.
IV. Correspondence
V. Administrative Reports
- Superintendent’s Report
- Business Manager’s Report
- Educational Presentation
- Five-Year Curriculum Plan
VII. Chair and Committee Reports (Facilities, Finance, Communications, Policy, LEARN, LOL Prevention Coalition)
VIII. New Business
District Goals for 2022-2023
- Bond Resolution
- Building Committee
- Addition of .5 FTE Special Education Teacher and .4 FTE School Psychologist at Mile Creek School (per policy 4113.4)
IX. Old Business
- Closing of LOLHS Project
X. Executive Session
XI. Adjournment
Take 2 and Call Me in the Morning Band, as part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series, will perform in the Lymes’ Senior Center field, 26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 7:00pm. Local group comprised of physicians and health care providers. This person band specializes in vocally driven classic rock songs from the 60’s to the 2000’s All ages are welcome to join us for this free musical performance, Bring your lawn chairs. Don’t feel like cooking before the concert? the Lions Club will have a cookout at 6pm. Hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, drinks, and chips will be available for purchase on the Lymes’ Senior Center grounds. Proceeds go to the Lions Club Scholarship Fund.
The Bowerbird is holding a Sidewalk Sale Friday 8/5 and Saturday 8/6 from 10am-5pm.
Outside the store on the sidewalks, there will be select merchandise and one-of-a-kind items on sale up to 75% off.
Inside the store there will be select seasonal merchandise marked up to 25% off.
The Bowerbird is holding a Sidewalk Sale Friday 8/5 and Saturday 8/6 from 10am-5pm.
Outside the store on the sidewalks, there will be select merchandise and one-of-a-kind items on sale up to 75% off.
Inside the store there will be select seasonal merchandise marked up to 25% off.
PASTA DINNER: August 6, Saturday, doors open from 5:30 pm to 8 pm. Enjoy delicious pasta, meatballs, fresh salad, bread, desserts, and coffee. All you can eat!
Walk-ins welcome.
Admission adults $12, children under 8 years $6. Tickets available at door or call Val 860-434-7859.
Sponsored by Sound View Beach Association, Inc.
OLD LYME — Play Beach Blanket Bingo Wednesday evening, Aug. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at White Sand Beach.
This event is hosted by Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB).
Bring your beach blanket, chairs and bug spray. No food will be served.
This event is open to all Lyme and Old Lyme families.
Check the LYSB website by 4 p.m. today for possible weather cancellation.
NIANTIC/OLD LYME — Niantic Bay Gallery of Fine Art is hosting an exhibit of work by Lyme Academy of Fine Arts students, featuring academic drawings from current students and a painting by instructor Edmond Rochat.
An opening reception for the exhibition will be held tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome and there is no fee for admission.
This is a special opportunity to view and purchase the work of students.
The opening reception in downtown Niantic will feature an evening of both fine art and refreshments.
The Niantic Bay Gallery of Fine Art is located behind the Arthur Murray Dance Center at 291 Main St Unit C in Niantic, Conn.
LYME — The traditional Ice Cream Social at the Lyme Public Hall is being held Saturday evening, Aug. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m.
For $10, you can savor a slice of homemade pie made by talented community bakers, along with a generous scoop of premium ice cream from local favorite Salem Valley Farms.
Enjoy these treats, meet some friendly neighbors and tap your toes to the music of Dan & Dave from Java Groove in the air-conditioned Public Hall — what better way to spend a summer evening?
This event is sponsored by the Lyme Public Hall & Local History Archives, Inc.
It is a throwback to the early 20th century when the Hall sponsored many such gatherings for the community.
The Lyme Public Hall is located at 249 Hamburg Rd. (Rte. 156) in Lyme, Conn. For more information, visit www.lymepublichall.org
The Lyme Public Hall & Local History Archives, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the appreciation of Lyme’s history, culture, and community through the preservation and use of the historic hall, its archives and historical programs.